patsox23

Not having a chance to review the game-tape lately, I'm curious to hear from those who have - is Sanders looking good? Still iffy? Obviously, not noticing him constitutes some level of good news, but I'd like to know if he seems to be developing well - or just holding his own.

Thanks.

Brownfan80

He's playing better than he did in the first Jets contest, that's about all I can say with any certainty.

cstjohn17

I haven't focused on him which is a good thing, didn't even notice him in the Lions game. Against the Bears he made some nice tackles to prevent first, at least 2-3 times he came up and stopped the runner short of the first down forcing a 3rd and short. He is a pretty good tackler and seems better when moving forward (like most young Safeties).

I think Miami will pass more so we should see him in coverage a lot this week.

lobster

A Safety was completely absent from backing up Hobbs against the Bears, and I would bet that was Sanders. Who else could be that bad to leave Hobbs in such a difficult situation? This Safety the Pat's signed I would expect to quickly move ahead of Sanders.

One player I really like is Woods (LB) who is coming on very strong on ST, and even had a great play on Defense against the Lions. That creates even less need for Sanders on ST.

Brownfan80

The Pats played alot of "zero-coverage" against the Bears. If Hobbs had no help on specific plays it'd be important to note if zero-coverage was employed. Zero coverage indicates that there IS no safety help, as all the DBs are in man, while much of the front 7 blitzes. This tactic was used heavily against the Bears.

Before you bash Sanders for 'not being there', it is important to realize whether or not he 'should have been there'. I'm betting on most of the plays you're talking about, he wasn't supposed to be there due to the 'zero-coverage'.

MrBigglesWorth

I noticed the single coverage then compared to earlier in the game, but we don't know if that was by design. Until you know you can't blame him unless you see it on the tape.

JR4

Which saftey was that? You mean 5'8 , 180#, Mickens the CB?

zippo59

He has been very solid, making good tackles in run support and has been good at bringing help. From what I've seen they are understandably keeping him out of 1 on 1 situations.

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MrBigglesWorth

chad scott is on th depth chart for safety

pats63

He is improving every game. I think he is strong on the run. Still improving on coverage. I am sure Rodney is schooling well.